Thaton Township Residents in Pa’O-dominant villages threatened with conscription
July 30, 2025
HURFOM: On July 21st, 2025, the junta-appointed village administration teams threatened the Pa’O-dominant villages in Thaton Township, Mon State with conscription.
Read more300 troops advance into “Gyaing River” area forcing villagers to flee
July 30, 2025
HURFOM: More than 300 troops with the military junta have advanced into the “Gyaing River” area, Kyikemayaw Township which is located on the border of Mon and Karen States. The military presence has created fear in communities and has forced some villagers to flee their homes.
Read moreHigh tuition fees burden parents in Mon State
July 30, 2025
HURFOM: Mon State’s Basic Education system relies on tuition fees, which have risen significantly this academic year. Parents now face a major financial barrier in providing education for their children.
Read moreJunta’s New “Security Law” Aims to Criminalize Defectors and Silence Resistance
July 29, 2025
HURFOM; In a move widely condemned by civil society and local communities, the military junta released a new law on July 28, 2025, under the pretext of regulating “security-related activities” in Burma. The legislation, officially titled the “Security Services Organization Law,” has raised alarm for its potential to criminalize former soldiers, suppress community defense initiatives, and further entrench military control in civilian life.
Read moreWoman killed and villager injured by artillery attacks in Bilin
July 29, 2025
HURFOM: At approximately noon on July 23rd, 2025, an armed clash took place between the military junta and the resistance armed forces in front of the “Ah Luu” Plywood Factory in Bilin Township, Mon State. The 44th Light Infantry Command also launched indiscriminate artillery attacks on Ah Luu Lay village.
Read moreArmed clash and artillery attacks force thousands of Yebyu residents to flee
July 29, 2025
HURFOM: On July 22nd, 2025, an armed clash between the military junta and the local joint resistance forces took place in Kaw Hline village, Yebyu Township, Tenasserim Division. The Ka Lane Aung based 282nd Light Infantry Battalion launched indiscriminate artillery attacks on the area.
Read moreJunta’s airstrikes kill 35 civilians within six months in Mon, Karen and Tenasserim
July 29, 2025
HURFOM: From January to June, 2025, military junta’s airstrikes killed 35 innocent civilians and injured 155 residents in Mon, Karen and Tenasserim areas of Southern Burma, according to the data collected by HURFOM.
Read moreYoung Man Killed by Junta Artillery in Kyaik Hto Township
July 28, 2025
HURFOM: A 15-year-old boy was tragically killed when an artillery shell fired by junta forces struck Thone Khwa village, part of the Kha Ywal village tract in Kyaik Hto Township, Mon State. The shelling was confirmed by the Karen National Union (KNU) in Thaton District.
Read moreJunta Airstrikes Kill One Monk, Injure Another in Palaw Township
July 28, 2025
HURFOM: Fierce clashes are ongoing in Pala Town, Palaw Township, Myeik District, where the military junta has launched four devastating airstrikes, killing one monk and seriously injuring another, according to local sources.
Read moreStorm Victims in Mon State Struggle Amid Widespread Damage and Lack of Support
July 28, 2025
HURFOM: Communities across Mon State are facing serious hardships after powerful storms, including tornadoes and strong winds triggered by a recent cyclone, swept through the region. Local reports indicate significant damage to homes and property, as well as loss of life and injuries.
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